Best Global Private Equity Report Podcasts (2025)

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Sustainability now: EU Omnibus in motion – May 2025 update 36:46

3h ago36:46

36:46

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com We're excited to share another video edition of our podcast on sustainability reporting—watch along as our sustainability specialists dive into the latest developm…

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Inside SEC reporting: Acquisitions and divestitures 1:07:58

3h ago1:07:58

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at …

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Navigating the Evolution of Private Equity: An Interview with Hugh MacArthur 25:11

3d ago25:11

25:11

This past December, I joined the M&A Science Podcast for a wide ranging interview about my 30 year career at Bain and the evolution of the private equity industry. My host did a superb job of walking us through the pivotal moments when the industry was forced to reinvent itself. In this current moment of uncertainty, the interview serves as a tim…

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Sustainability now: Facing IRA and clean energy credit uncertainty 39:01

5d ago39:01

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. Companies face growing uncertainty about clean energy tax credits, tariffs, and the related regulatory guidance. In this episode, we explore the current state of clean energy investments, evolving financing structures, and the complex compliance landscape sha…

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Inside SEC reporting: Capital formation 42:19

8d ago42:19

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com This episode kicks off a new video miniseries focused on SEC reporting that will keep you up to speed on the SEC landscape and take a “back to basics” look at key …

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Sustainability now: Insights from the first CSRD reports 43:26

13d ago43:26

43:26

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. As the first wave of companies report under the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), PwC analyzed corporate sustainability statements. In this week’s podcast, host Heather Horn welcomes back Nadja Picard, PwC’s Global Reporting Leader, to…

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Reporting reset – Derivatives and hedging 24:19

14d ago24:19

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. In this episode, we continue our miniseries on financial statement presentation and disclosure with a focus on derivatives and hedging. Derivatives and hedging are topics applicable to many companies, but the accounting and related presentation and disclosure…

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The Rise and Rise of the Secondary Market w/ Lexington Partners’ Wilson Warren 26:07

15d ago26:07

26:07

A 30-year veteran shares why the secondary market’s growth continues to surprise him.By Bain & Company

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Sustainability now: GHG reporting questions answered 58:07

20d ago58:07

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they dis…

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Reporting reset – Loans, receivables, and investments 23:50

22d ago23:50

23:50

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation and disclosure with a focus on loans, receivables, and investments – accounts that affect nearly every business. In this episode, we walk through the key presentation and disclosure req…

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Sustainability now: GHG measurement made manageable 56:19

26d ago56:19

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting is central to sustainability disclosures—and measuring those emissions accurately is critical to transparent reporting. I…

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Reporting reset – Stock-based compensation 35:19

28d ago35:19

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation and disclosure with an episode focused on stock-based compensation. This episode breaks down the key presentation and disclosure principles and how stock-based compensation is reflected…

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NAV Loans Under the Microscope w/ 17Capital’s Pierre-Antoine de Selancy 21:08

29d ago21:08

21:08

We ask a leading provider of NAV loans about the enthusiasm and the skepticism around a growing trend.By Bain & Company

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Sustainability now: Foundational reporting concepts 40:59

1M ago40:59

40:59

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they dis…

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Reporting reset – Consolidation disclosures 26:58

1M ago26:58

26:58

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation with an episode focused on consolidation disclosures. These disclosures can be complex, covering both consolidated entities – such as variable interest entities (VIEs) and voting intere…

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Why Your Company’s Reputation is Your Biggest Risk or Competitive Advantage 27:11

1M ago27:11

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Full Speed Ahead w/ Hamilton Lane’s Erik Hirsch 19:28

1M ago19:28

19:28

In the second of our two-part series, we ask the Co-CEO of Hamilton Lane how they’re building an analytics engine that can serve both institutional and individual investors.By Bain & Company

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Sustainability now: Materiality matters 52:15

1M ago52:15

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they dis…

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Reporting reset – Fair value disclosures 32:30

1M ago32:30

32:30

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation with an episode focused on fair value disclosures. Fair value measurements are used across many areas of financial reporting—and the related disclosure requirements can be extensive. Fr…

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Warp Speed w/ Hamilton Lane’s Erik Hirsch 18:01

1M ago18:01

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Hamilton Lane's Co-CEO takes us inside the rapid buildout of private market infrastructure.By Bain & Company

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Sustainability now: Setting your reporting boundaries 36:44

2M ago36:44

36:44

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they dis…

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Reporting reset – Presentation fundamentals 37:31

2M ago37:31

37:31

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. We kick off our latest accounting series focused on financial statement presentation and we go back to the basics. This first episode sets the stage by covering foundational reporting principles, key disclosure considerations, notable differences between publ…

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Where Infrastructure Deals Are Heading 12:27

2M ago12:27

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In part two of our infrastructure series, we take a closer look at which sub-sectors are heating up, and how opportunities across energy and tech are converging.By Bain & Company

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Sustainability now: California climate reporting laws continue on 46:12

2M ago46:12

46:12

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. California’s climate disclosure laws have broad implications for businesses worldwide. In this episode, we break down the key reporting requirements, including on…

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Navigating tariff turbulence to your business and your accounting 47:55

2M ago47:55

47:55

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. Tariffs are dominating headlines and reshaping global trade. In this episode we break down what they may mean for businesses and financial reporting, and we share insights on how companies can prepare. In this episode, we discuss: 1:44 – Overview of tariffs a…

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Infrastructure’s New Playbook 18:04

2M ago18:04

18:04

Infrastructure deals are evolving, and private capital could play a pivotal role in the space.By Bain & Company

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Sustainability now: Navigating “Omnibus” uncertainty 44:38

2M ago44:38

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they dis…

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Dry Powder: Live From NEXUS 2025 25:27

2M ago25:27

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Today on Dry Powder, we’re sharing a live recording from this year’s NEXUS conference in Orlando, Florida. My guest is Brian Bernasek, Co-Head of Americas Corporate Private Equity at Carlyle. We had a wide-ranging discussion about his market outlook for 2025, how he thinks about sector expertise at scale, the rising cost of alpha, and, of course, A…

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Sustainability now: Determining required reporting 34:12

2M ago34:12

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue a video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discu…

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Sustainability now: An overview of the key reporting frameworks 47:30

2M ago47:30

47:30

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. In this episode, we continue with an overview of key frameworks, regulatory developments, and resources to leverage on the reporting journey. Host Heather Horn is…

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Why Healthcare's Best Employers Keep Winning 33:29

2M ago33:29

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Why Healthcare’s Best Employers Keep Winning | Employer Brand Strategy for Healthcare & Clinics The Healthcare Industry is facing its biggest hiring and retention crisis in history. The demand for Nurses, Doctors, Oncologies, physiotherapists, outpatient care specialists, is skyrocketing, yet Physiotherapy Outpatient clinics, Dental Clinics, Hospit…

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Bain & Company’s 2025 Global Private Equity Report: Executive Summary 19:25

2M ago19:25

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We cover three overarching themes from this year’s report, including clear evidence of an industry recovery, continuing challenges for GP’s, and strategies for winning the future. Register for our Global Private Equity Report 2025 Webinar on March 13, here. Read the full 2025 Global Private Equity Report, here.…

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Sustainability now: Navigating shifts in the reporting landscape 34:53

3M ago34:53

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com As the headlines continue to highlight, the sustainability reporting landscape is evolving rapidly in the US and beyond. In this episode, we kick off our miniserie…

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From Startups to Scale-Ups w/ Insight Partners’ Deven Parekh 19:06

3M ago19:06

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We asked the managing director of Insight Partners how they invest across venture capital, growth equities and buyouts. Register for our Global Private Equity Report 2025 Webinar on March 13, here.By Bain & Company

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Abhay Parasnis on Creating Moats, AI Strategy, and Selling to Enterprise 47:45

3M ago47:45

47:45

Abhay Parasnis is founder and CEO of Typeface, is former CTO/CPO at Adobe, and sits on the board of Dropbox and Schneider Electric. He joined Ben Casnocha, co-founder and partner at Village Global, for a live masterclass for Village Global founders. Takeaways: If you can break into the top tier of the enterprise market, it’s hard to dislodge you. B…

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US public policy update: What businesses need to know 56:56

3M ago56:56

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. 2025 has ushered in a new wave of public policy changes with the return of the Trump administration and Republican control of all three branches of government. From executive orders and regulatory shifts to SEC developments, trade policies, and AI regulation,…

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US tax policy outlook – What's ahead for 2025 32:37

3M ago32:37

32:37

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. With a new administration in place and key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act set to expire, 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for US tax policy. In this episode, we break down the latest policy developments, potential new legislation, and what the…

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Fundraising in AI with Aaron Harris 46:26

3M ago46:26

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Aaron Harris was a partner at YC for 7.5 years where he funded Deel, OpenSea, Scale AI, Rappi, Lattice, and others. He also built YC's Series A program where he worked with founders on over 200 Series As and Bs that raised in excess of $3B in capital. He joined Sam Kirschner, VP at Village Global, to give Village Global founders helpful tips on fun…

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Profile of an Industry Innovator w/ TPG’s Jim Coulter 24:33

3M ago24:33

24:33

Jim Coulter reflects on the legacy of his co-founder, David Bonderman, while asking whether the industry still makes room for unorthodox investors like him today.By Bain & Company

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Disaggregated expense disclosures – The FASB’s new DISE standard 32:57

3M ago32:57

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. The FASB’s new disaggregation of income statement expenses (DISE) standard requires disclosures about specific types of expenses included in the expense captions presented on the face of the income statement as well as disclosures about selling expenses. In t…

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Year-end toolkit: Reporting under IFRS Accounting Standards 30:37

4M ago30:37

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests share insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. The conversations are relevant for all finance teams, even if it’s not year-end close time. And it’s relevant even for tho…

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The Leaders Strategy w/ GTCR’s Collin Roche 20:51

3M ago20:51

20:51

In an industry where management change out rates hover around 50%, GTCR stands out as a remarkable exception.By Bain & Company

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Year-end toolkit: New standards effective in 2025 50:29

4M ago50:29

50:29

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests share insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. The conversations are relevant for all finance teams, even if it’s not year-end close time. And it’s relevant even for tho…

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Replay - Talking ESG: Can AI be sustainable? 40:57

4M ago40:57

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Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. We are revisiting a conversation on Talking ESG that was originally recorded in September at NYC Climate Week to highlight our host and guest appearing together on The Atlantic's podcast, The Most Interesting Thing In A.I. In both episodes, they examine the i…

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Year-end toolkit: Engaging effectively with your audit committee 45:16

4M ago45:16

45:16

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests share insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. The conversations are relevant for all finance teams, even if it’s not year-end close time. And it’s relevant even for tho…

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2025 Employer Brand and Culture Trends Report 28:08

4M ago28:08

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As organizations shift their focus towards building more transformational and high-impact employer brands, 2025 marks a pivotal moment. Employer branding is no longer about recruitment marketing alone —it will now be embraced as a key driver of cultural alignment, employee engagement, and business growth as well. In this evolving landscape, success…

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Year-end toolkit: Clarifying the classification of cash flows 42:41

4M ago42:41

42:41

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests share insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. The conversations are relevant for all finance teams, even if it’s not year-end close time. And it’s relevant even for tho…

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Year-end toolkit: Navigating materiality assessments 45:38

4M ago45:38

45:38

Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name. In each episode of our Year-end toolkit series, our guests share insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. The conversations are relevant for all finance teams, even if it’s not year-end close time. And it’s relevant even for tho…

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Hiring Technical Talent with Kathy Copic and Lindsay Pettingill 57:37

4M ago57:37

57:37

Kathy Copic is founder of Fieldwork Partners, where she works closely with early stage companies on scoping technical projects, getting early ML models into production, and helping them hire. She was interviewed by Lindsay Pettingill, Investment Partner at Village Global, during this masterclass for Village Global founders. Takeaways: Maintain at l…